ON THIS DAY
What happened on October 31?
October 31 connects a defining story of the Reformation with the death of a master illusionist, India’s political trauma and the launch of the first long-duration ISS crew.
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Martin Luther circulated his Ninety-five Theses
According to longstanding tradition, Martin Luther posted his arguments about indulgences at the church in Wittenberg and also sent them to church authorities.
Harry Houdini died
Hungarian-born illusionist and escape artist Harry Houdini died in Detroit after a career built on spectacular escapes and public challenges.
Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated
Two members of Indira Gandhi’s security detail shot and killed her at her residence in New Delhi.
The first resident International Space Station crew launched
William Shepherd, Yuri Gidzenko and Sergei Krikalev launched aboard Soyuz TM-31 to begin Expedition 1.
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